Hoover schools superintendent to speak to chamber next week

Hoover schools Superintendent Kathy Murphy is scheduled as the speaker for the Nov. 17 Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Birmingham — The Wynfrey Hotel.

Murphy, who has been superintendent since June 2015, is expected to give an update on the school system and announce the 2016-17 Hoover City Schools Employee of the Year.

Networking for the monthly luncheon begins at 11:15 a.m., and the meeting starts at noon. The cost is $20 for members or $25 for those without reservations. Reservations can be made through Nov. 14 by calling 988-5672 or emailing Lisa Dunbar at lisa@hooverchamber.org.